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Welcoming the year 2025 in Inverness In Scotland, we do New Year’s Eve just a little differently. Firstly, it’s not called New Year’s Eve. It’s Hogmanay! The festival originated with the Vikings and their huge winter solstice celebrations. Today in Scotland, we party so much on the last night of the year that we need […]

Winter in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands 2024/25 What better time to visit Inverness than during its beautiful wintry glory? You’ll find snow-capped landscapes, glistening Loch Ness waters and soaring pine trees that make up the perfect winter scene. At the Kingsmills Hotel, our Winter Warmer breaks provide the perfect excuse for you to visit […]

Autumn festivals and events near Inverness As we enter the final weeks of summer here in Inverness, we’re looking forward to the autumn season. The Scottish Highlands is a spectacular place to be as autumnal colours sweep the dramatic landscapes. Plus, the many wonderful autumn festivals and events in Inverness are always a treat. Indeed, […]

Bag a Munro during your stay A Munro is a Scottish mountain rising over 3,000 feet/910 metres, named after Sir Hugh Munro who first collected them in a list in 1891. Stunning views, challenging climbs, and an unforgettable experience awaits hikers and climbers who take on any one of the 282 peaks. Book a room […]

Father’s Day treats in Inverness Father’s Day falls on Sunday 16th June this year. Celebrate all that’s great about dads and father figures by joining us at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. Treat them to Sunday lunch in the Conservatory, a day pass to enjoy the leisure club, a swim lunch or a spa experience. […]

Scottish Highland Games events and traditions Highland Games events run over the summer months, in a variety of locations throughout Scotland. The Inverness games are usually hosted in Bught Park and you can find out more about this year’s event here. The annual event, founded over 200 years ago, is a celebration of Celtic tradition. […]

The Inverness Highland Games experience For hundreds of years, the Highland Games has been a celebration of brute strength, local wares and age-old traditions. In other words, a celebration of all things Scottish. Over the years the games have evolved from tests of strength and stamina, to include demonstrations of dance and music to keep […]

Fun Inverness summer activities Summer is on the way, and with it, a veritable feast of fun activities in Inverness. From summer festivals and special events to outdoor sports and adventures. So if you are planning on spending a summer in Inverness, make the most of it with these summer-loving things to do. The summer […]

What’s hot this summer? Festivals & Events 2024 Here at the Kingsmills, we’re looking forward to summer and all the great festivals that are planned. From music and sports to art and more. Whatever you’re into, there’s an event for you coming up soon! So, let’s take a look at some of the top summer […]

Easter in Inverness 2024 With chocolate on the menu and eggs rolling down the hill, Easter is the perfect time to relax and unwind. So why not head to Inverness in search of a special family getaway? The roaming Scottish Highlands is at your beck and call, and the fresh spring flowers are in bloom. […]

Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Kingsmills Mother’s Day falls on Sunday 10th March 2024, so make sure you’re ready! Our luxury hotel in Inverness is the perfect place to treat your mum. Whether it’s a mother-and-daughter spa day or a Sunday lunch with the whole family, we’ve got something she’ll love… Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea […]

What’s on in Inverness for spring 2024? Spring is coming and it’s an exciting time. Nature is waking up and bursting into bloom. So, it’s the perfect time to visit us here in Inverness to enjoy the stunning surroundings of the Scottish Highlands. There’s a lot to do in the city too. Here are a […]

Explore the Scottish Highlands at Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. In winter the Scottish Highlands landscape turns into a winter wonderland and our hotel is right in the middle of it all. You’re invited to join us on a winter wildlife adventure to see amazing creatures that love the colder months. Come and discover the wonders […]

Who’s rocking Inverness in 2024? 2024 is going to be a star-studded year as some of music’s biggest names take to the stage in Inverness. From classic acts to the hottest new stars, here are some of our favourite shows and concerts with this Inverness gig guide for 2024. Barbara Dickson 13 February 2024, Eden […]

Explore the North Coast 500 in style The North Coast 500 driving route is a journey like no other. In a recent study by car brand Dacia, the NC500 was voted the UK’s most epic road trip. And it comes as no surprise to us. This breathtaking route leads the driver along the north coast […]